NSW AAGPS 2025 (banter and commentary)
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The President
Ward Prentice (10)
Will SJC get a bit turnout at the Death Star on Thursday? Obviously it is compulsory for the Joe Boys to attend every 1st XV game and with a much win game for them this weekend, will they consider giving the boys an early mark to go and support their school? Same with TKS, what is the prediction for their crows on Thursday?
MaulMasterMind
Allen Oxlade (6)
Great to see Jude finally cracking Super Rugby for the Reds this season.
For Rucksake
Peter Burge (5)
Don't think this year they are known and pride as the dog squad, just a social team with a few Yr11s and Yr12
Strange contract - only with the juniors? He was too young last year to sign a full NRL deal. Disappointing but had not held out any hopes for him staying with rugby. He wasnt picked in any of the junior rep rugby teams last year so thats usually a sign of a players intentions.
Word out of Stanmore is that he should be available this week. Will find out on Thursday.
ItsNotPink
Billy Sheehan (19)
I was at the game. Joeys came from behind in the 2nd half to win by 24-18. They just wore TAS down in the final 25 minutes with very efficient play and were probably a bit more match fit. But TAS played well - they have some outside backs with speed and some big forwards. I expect that they will trouble some sides this year, especially at home in Armidale.
Given the various issues with the forum last week, I was unable to publish my usual round 1 preview and report, but I plan to recommence prior to round 2 of the 3rd XV competition which is Saturday 14 June.
INP
Given the various issues with the forum last week, I was unable to publish my usual round 1 preview and report, but I plan to recommence prior to round 2 of the 3rd XV competition which is Saturday 14 June.
INP
Here for the advice
Herbert Moran (7)
Grover hands down - game management is second to none and maybe best in the GPS. Galligan similar to Sidwell in presence - so missed for sure but not to that extents if Grover was outs.
Shore 1 and 2 line outs functioning well. but they need to choose better their long ball - why throw to the back where it’s 50/50 when you have front and middle jumpers in both teams who are winning theirs and stealing others! Too many over throws on balls to the back which are that are less effective. They also have a solid scrum options - but miss his bulk to bend the advantage line.
Shore 1 and 2 line outs functioning well. but they need to choose better their long ball - why throw to the back where it’s 50/50 when you have front and middle jumpers in both teams who are winning theirs and stealing others! Too many over throws on balls to the back which are that are less effective. They also have a solid scrum options - but miss his bulk to bend the advantage line.
The Ghost of Raelene
Rod McCall (65)
Off to Japan next year I believe. Better to be getting starting time in pro Rugby than just turn out for Brothers Brisbane since Lynagh is the Reds 10 for as long as he's there.
The Ghost of Raelene
Rod McCall (65)
He was playing a different game v Scots it seemed. It's the best I'd seen him play before. Run, kick, pass and tackling all in a class above. Had a bit of a mare goal kicking though.
Sometimes you just come across players that have time no matter what and he's one of them.
Jim Belshaw
Bob Loudon (25)
This fits with my perceptions after watching the high matches. All three tas open teams were sharper than last year. I couldn't judge against the top Sydney schools so the Joeys match was a critical hit out. It's normal for tas to start the season slowly because the boys don't have access to the same level of preseason competition as in Sydney.
The Chairman
Nev Cottrell (35)
Could they make a run at the top this year Jim?
The Chairman
Nev Cottrell (35)
Bit of a treat before the Thursday games - Extended stats
Newington or someone from Newington at the top of every single measure.
Newington or someone from Newington at the top of every single measure.
